Thursday, February 23, 2017

Provencal Book Club Dinner Table

Book club was at my house this month. We had read The Little Paris Bookshop: A Novel by Nina George to discuss. In keeping with the feel of the novel, I searched Pinterest for some easy French Provencal inspired recipes. With the help of some great blog posts, I made Creamy Dijon Mustard Chicken and Rustic French Ratatouille. The step by step photos were so helpful! I'm not much of a cook, but I can follow directions, and everyone seemed to enjoy the food. My friend, Stacey, brought a delicious green salad. Of course we also enjoyed French wine and a crusty loaf. We finished it off with some madeleines from Le Madeleine for dessert.

A simple and casual table setting seemed appropriate. I found these pretty Cynthia Rowley place mats at HomeGoods. I used Mikasa Antique White plates with Bordallo lettuce plates. The stemware is Mikasa French Countryside.

I love being part of a book club because it makes me stretch and read things I otherwise might not have. Sometimes it's stressful to finish a book by a certain date, but enjoying an evening of great conversation with some lovely women is a great reward.

I loved that book! I hope you did, too. Even if not a soul enjoyed it, they would certainly feel transported to the South of France with your beautiful dinner table and delicious sounding menu. The flowers are exquisite! I love the placemats -- and I just bought that same white china to flesh out my other china for last week's wine party! It's so versatile. I only bought four but may see if they have any more, I like it so much!

Just beautiful Eilis, your table setting is so French and filled with charm. The dinner sounds so delicious. Love the placemats too. I'm sure it was a wonderful time enjoyed by all. You always style the prettiest settings. Have a nice weekend. xo

I wish I could have been with you all: 1. I love you girls 2. I loved the book. 3. I love Provençal food and have tons of gret recipes. 4. Your tablescape is lovely. Thanks for sharing. P.S. I would have cooked for you!

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